Calendar - Farmers Trust and Savings Bank

July/August 2016
Direct from Debbie
Thank you to everyone who attended our 100th Anniversary Customer
Appreciation Picnic. It was a great evening, and the Farmers Bank team was excited
to share this fun-filled event with all our friends and customers!
Our hardworking newsletter staff is taking a summer break! We won’t be printing
a newsletter in August so keep this issue for info on events and trips throughout
the two months. And you can always check out the latest news, events, trips and
happenings at farmerstrust.com.
How is your supply of check blanks?
Remember Adventure Club members receive one free order of
single/wallet-style checks every 12 months. Ask about discounts
available on duplicate or specialty orders.
Calendar
at a Glance
July Events
1 Customer Appreciation Day/
Sign up for New Adventure Club trips
4 Independence Day/Farmers Bank Closed
12 Red, White and Blue trip
13 Stampin’ Up event
14 Cruise to Cuba travel show
18 100th Anniversary Charity
voting period begins
AugustEvents
New Farmers Bank Debit Cards
Watch your mail for you new Farmers
Bank debit card. Keeping our customer’s
accounts and information secure is
our priority. In July we will be sending
a letter outlining the switchover to
new EMV chip cards. (EMV stands for
Europay, MasterCard and VISA, the three
companies that originally created the
standard.)
With the rising fraud cases across the United States, this is one way we reduce
those risks for our customers. New cards will arrive by August 1 but they cannot
be activated until August 8. (Your existing debit card will no longer work on
August 8th.)
If you have any questions about the new cards, please do not
hesitate to give us a call or stop by the bank.
3 Customer Appreciation Day
6 - Alaska Cruise
15
25 Garden tour with Del’s Garden Center
Dates and events subject to change based on
availability and participation. Please visit
farmerstrust.com and click on Adventure Club
Events in the Upcoming Events area.
Upcoming Events
Customer Appreciation Day/Sign-up Day for New
Adventure Club Trips
Friday, July 1
Please join us for coffee, cookies or a cool glass of lemonade
in the bank lobby. This is the day to sign up for any event or
trip marked “NEW” in this newsletter. Our drive-up will be open
regular hours on Saturday, July 2.
Independence Day
Monday, July 4
Farmers Bank will be closed Monday, July 4th in observance
of the holiday. Independence Day of the United States, also
referred to as Fourth of July, is a federal holiday commemorating
the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4,
1776, by the Continental Congress declaring that the thirteen
American colonies regarded themselves as a new nation, the
United States of America, and no longer part of the British
Empire. This is a day that we have much to celebrate. It is a great
day for parades, barbecues, fireworks, fairs, picnics, concerts,
baseball games, family reunions and much more. Be sure to have
fun and be safe.
Red, White and Blue
Tuesday, July 12
The motor coach is full, and we’re headed to LeMars for a day
of entertainment and fun. We depart Spencer at 9:45 am from
the north end of Wal-Mart parking lot. Upon arrival, we will
enjoy a delicious noon meal of broasted chicken with all the
summertime fixings, and then walk a couple of blocks to the
Brown Theatre where the Brown family will perform Summertime
Celebration for us. You can’t visit LeMars without stopping at Wells
Blue Bunny for an ice cream treat, so that’s our last stop before
we head back to Spencer. This is sure to be a fun-filled day!
Stampin’ Up
Wednesday, July 13
Join us at Del’s Garden Center Design Studio for some stampin’
fun! Karen Schmidt, an independent demonstrator for 18 years,
will teach us how to make those beautiful hand-crafted greeting
cards we all love to receive. Karen will do one session in the
morning from 9:00 until 11:00 am and an afternoon session
from 1:00 until 3:00 pm. (Make your reservations early so you
get the session that best fits your schedule.) Cost is $12 for
Adventure Club members and $15 for non-members, due at
time of sign up. Each person will go home with three cards!
We need at least 6 people at each session and can have a
maximum of 12.
NEW! Cruise to Cuba Travel Show
Thursday, July 14
Looking for a warm winter get-away? Or how about the trip of a
lifetime? Cuba is on the list of many travelers, and Farmers Bank
is offering a chance to visit before tourism changes this island
that’s very much like a step back in time. Cuba is one of the most
popular destinations so book your spot now!
Tentative travel dates are January 20 to 29, 2017. Please call
in your reservation to attend the informative travel show
on Thursday, July 14 at 6:00 pm at the Clay County Regional
Events Center to learn more about this once-in-a-lifetime trip.
Russ and Susan Rosenberry of Islands in the Sun Cruises and
Tours will be here to present the program. They will be able to
share their experiences from a trip in May.
For you snowbirds that might be interested in this adventure, we
can always make arrangements for you to meet the group and
travel with us. More info on this incredible excursion follows!
NEW! 100th Anniversary Charity voting
Monday, July 18 – Monday, August 8
You vote…We give! Mark the date and be sure to vote for your
favorite charity in the second voting period, July 18 – August 8,
in our 100th Anniversary Charity Contest. Ten charities have the
opportunity to win cash, and you can help.
Visit farmerstust.com or stop by the bank during the second
voting period to complete your ballot. Be sure to vote everyday
and share this opportunity with your friends and family. Every
vote counts! Official rules are available online or a copy can be
requested at the bank.
Customer Appreciation Day
Wednesday, August 3
Please join us for coffee, cookies or a cool glass of lemonade in
the bank lobby.
Captain’s Choice Alaska Cruise
Saturday, August 6 – Monday, August 15
It’s getting close to time to takeoff on a cruise in Alaska. If you are
still thinking about this trip, please give us a call and we’ll see if
airline tickets are available. For those of you that are traveling with
us, you will be receiving a letter with all the final details. If you
have any further questions, please give us a call.
Garden Tour with Del’s Garden Center
Thursday, August 25
If you love plants and flowers or just enjoy being outdoors, you
won’t want to miss the popular annual garden tour. Join Todd
and the Del’s crew for a fun day of exploring great local gardens.
We are firming up some of the final details so watch your mail
– or contact us at the bank – for a complete itinerary. This trip is
open to anyone who enjoys gardening, and there are just a few
seats left.
Adventure Club • July/August 2016
California Coast – San Francisco to Santa Barbara
Saturday, September 24 – Saturday, October 1
The motor coach is full but if you’re still interested, we’d be more
than happy to put your name on the waiting list in case of a last
minute cancellation. The group is excited to travel to the West
Coast and to see and learn lots of new and different things.
Travelers who have signed up will be receiving a letter with all the
final details.
Rise Up, O Men
Thursday, October 13
You know the ladies…now meet the men! This new Church
Basement Ladies’ series features the men we have heard about
but have never seen. As these hard-working farmers discuss
their scrap lumber piles and the benefits of solder vs weld, they
unintentionally disrupt the order of the kitchen. But that’s what
happens when you let roosters in the hen house. Travel with us
to the Plymouth Playhouse in Plymouth, Minnesota for this funfilled, one-day trip.
Cost is $90 per person with a deposit of $20 due at time
of reservation. Cost includes motor coach transportation,
morning snack, noon meal, show ticket, driver tip and Farmers
Bank escort. Deadline is September 26. This trip is currently full,
but we always like names on the waiting list in case of last minute
cancellations.
Branson Show Stopper
Monday, November 14 – Friday, November 18
Teresa Hansen, of Custom Tours by Teresa will be our host, and we
will be joining Central Bank to share in this Northwest Iowa Bank
Club trip to Branson, Missouri. Guests will enjoy the show Moses
at the Sight and South Theatre, the show AYO featuring Voices of
Glory, SIX, an incredible show starring six brothers and a musical
tribute to John Denver.
Cost is $899 per person based on double occupancy. A deposit
of $150 per person is due at time of sign-up. Deadline is
September 29.
COMING IN 2017
NEW! Cruise to Cuba
January
Here is the perfect destination for a warm winter getaway!
Passengers will board the 700-passenger, 4-star cruise ship,
the Adonia, for a 9-day, round trip cruise to exotic Cuban ports
of call, including Santiago Du Cuba, Cienfuegos and Havana.
This is structured as a “people to people” tour and will explore the
rich culture and customs of Cuba by meeting many new friends
while touring the island! It will be a real learning experience for
everyone.
Prior to boarding the ship, we will set off on a guided tour of
Little Havana in Miami and spend the night at the Hilton Garden
Inn. Learn about traditional cigar making, Cuban coffee, visit the
Palace of Juices and explore Domino Park.
We will board the cruise ship late afternoon and sail to Santiago,
arriving the next day. Our first stop is historic San Juan Hill, the
location of one of the most famous battles in the SpanishAmerican War. A stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Centre site
is also on our itinerary.
The next city we visit is
Cienfuegos, a bustling little town
where travelers can get a feel for
what life is like in rural parts of
the island nation. The first stop
is at a ration store where we will
learn about their
currency system,
then shopping at a
local market followed
by a visit with some of
the locals in the town
square.
While at sea, the
Adonia offers incredible
amenities: Spanish class,
photography, workshops on the Cuban culture, or simply relax
and enjoy the sunshine and the sea breezes.
Our last port is Havana. A guide will join us to share the
highlights and history of the city. The roads are full of classic
American cars and are like a ride back in time. Tour the city with
a personal driver for a true person-to-person experience. Our last
day in Cuba starts out with a walking tour of Old Havana, where
you’ll get acquainted with a town that has excitement around
every corner. You will have a free evening here to explore on your
own or sign up for one of the optional evening excursions. It’s
time to set sail again and head back to the United States, full of
awesome memories and experiences.
Why travel to Cuba on the Adoina? Traveling by ship is safe and
can be more comfortable. There’s a variety of food available from
the galley; hot water and modern accommodations are provided
and reliable; and traveling by boat means less time on poor
roads, in coaches and airports. Medical facilities are also available
on board.
The final price is not available at this time. If you’re interested but
can’t make it to the travel show, give us a call, and we’ll mail you
an itinerary as soon as they’re ready.
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Adventure Club Calendar
September 2016
Fri. 2nd
Customer Appreciation Day
November 2016
Sat. 10th -
Sun. 18th
Clay County Fair
Mon. 14th- Branson Show Stopper
Fri. 18th
Sat. 24th - California Coast - San
Sat. Oct. 1st Francisco to Santa Barbara
Thurs. 3rd
Customer
Appreciation Day
December 2016
Fri. 2nd
Customer
Appreciation Day
October 2016
Mon 3rdCustomer
Appreciation Day
Thurs. 13th
Rise Up, O Men
Coming Soon!
January
Cruise to Cuba
Dates & events subject to change based on availability and participation please visit farmerstrust.com and click on
Adventure Club Events in the Upcoming Events area.
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